HAPPY TOGETHER BAND – Music Friday

MUSIC FRIDAY – It’s an epic Music Friday recorded last night over the phone from a tour bus between Coney Island and New Hampshire! We talk to the “Backline Boys” my brother Steve Murphy, Manny Focarazzo, John Montagna and Godfrey Townsend. Mark Lindsay, from Paul Revere and the Raiders rides along and shares stories amidst many laughs!!
The tour has a few more stops including Hollywood, FL Thursday July 29 at Hard Rock Live!
Ticket Info

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PAUL CASTRONOVO – Radio

RADIO – Today’s show is an encore presentation of our interview with Miami’s Morning Godfather from last month. If you’re new to the show and missed it the first time around or if you have an iTunes subscription and didn’t get this downloaded, enjoy one of the highlights of the first six weeks of the show! Paul talks candidly about the radio business, concerts, The Florida Gators and of course, fishing! Thanks to everyone listening and checking in regularly. We recently reached the 100,000 hit milestone and we’ve only just begun! Visit PaulAndYoungRon.com

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STEVEN BURKETT – Technology in Sports

TECHNOLOGY IN SPORTS – Computer science and precise tracking software has made its way from the military zone to the end zone! In this chat find out how Steven’s outfit, EyeScout is putting the tools in pro football players’ hands that will help them get the edge they need to rise above the competition. EyeScout is based on similar technology that’s been used by the U.S. Department of Defense. Find out more by watching this YouTube Promo and by visiting the EyeScout website.

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DARYL GARDENER – Football/Charity

FOOTBALL/CHARITY – Former Miami Dolphin great and huge Dol-FAN Daryl Gardener gives us 30 minutes of his time and covers the “U”, helping out needy kids, and charity in general. Daryl remains a loyal Miami Dolphins fan so he gives us his opinion regarding the team’s playoff drought and what they should do about it. Tonight The Newport Beachside is hosting “Gardener’s Gridiron NFL Gourmet Private Dining Experience”! Learn more about The Daryl Gardener Foundation by becoming DG’s friend on Facebook.

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MEL MORLEY – Music Friday

MUSIC FRIDAY – “Midi Mel”, South Florida keyboardist brings some gear over and plays a couple of his abstract ambient compositions while remembering several studio stories and “cats” in the area’s history. Mel has played along side of such acts as A Flock of Seagulls, Buddy Miles, Paul Shaffer and many more throughout his career.
MidiMel.com

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BOB LEONARD – Radio

RADIO – Enjoy a nice casual half-hour chat with radio “veteran” Bob Leonard. Currently in his 46th year in broadcasting doing news for Metro Networks in Miami, Bob remembers some great moments in radio in Philadelphia, Dallas, and Chicago. This is another show that will require a Part Two at some point in the future.
Thanks Bob! Leonard’s morning newscasts can be heard on the following stations:
WORL-AM – Orlando
WTMP – Tampa
WSBH – Melbourne

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ALFONSO MONDELO – Soccer

SOCCER – Still proud and celebratory over his home country’s World Cup win, MLS Director of Player Programs Alfonso Mondelo gives us a complete state of affairs for all that is soccer! We discuss The MLS, the accomplishments of the US Soccer Team (his “other” favorite World Cup team), referees and developing kids for a shot at pro soccer. Alfonso has a serious passion for music so we go there… comparing favorites and trying to explain why Europeans have such great taste in music! Thank you Alfonso for taking the time!
The MLS website

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JOSH APPEL – Sports Reporting

SPORTS REPORTING – At 15 years old, Josh has already spent more time working in sports radio studios than most would dream of doing in college. His voice can be heard doing play-by-play for Cypress Bay High School basketball and football and on updates for a weekly sports show on 940WINZ. He’s made all of his contacts and progress using facebook and other social media. Join us as we talk about Sports Radio, the hoopla surrounding LeBron James and Dwayne Wade and living a childhood dream while still being a child!
Josh on Facebook CypressBayTV The Footy Show

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LESA KRETSCHMER – Assisting The Visually Impaired

ASSISTING THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED – I took my new microphone attachment with the iPhone and visited Lesa at The Florida Reading and Vision Center. She showed me some of the items available in The Store that make life easier for the visually impaired. Plus I got to meet Blossom, the “Puppy In Training” under Lesa’s care. Blossom is getting prepared to make a blind person very happy sometime next year! Everyone knows someone who’s visually impaired and may need help. Contact Lisa or find out more using these links:
lesa@floridareading.com
The Florida Reading and Vision Center Site
Southeastern Guide Dogs


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JACOB JEFFRIES – Music Friday

MUSIC FRIDAY – This episode is truly home grown as the host and guest are both Plantation, FL residents. The Jacob Jeffries Band is on its way to putting the suburb of Ft. Lauderdale on the map! Sit back and be amazed at this 22 year old’s wit, his relaxed approach at taking on the music biz full force and his stunning songs! We’re treated to three of his gems and a whole lot about what goes on behind the scenes. Be on the lookout for the JJB in a town near you this Summer because they’re playing a lot of dates. South Florida’s very proud of this kid and after hearing this interview, you’ll be a fan.
Check them out at www.JacobJeffriesBand.com

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